Manjar

The newest kid on the "designer ethnic wear" scene is Manjar at Jubilee Hills. Started this February with much fan fare and hoopla, Manjar is the answer to your continued wardrobe malfunctions. Everything from saris to salwars to ghagras, with some pearl jewelry thrown in, the store is choc-a-bloc with interesting clothing options.

The store itself is roomy and astutely lit. The clothes are well-distributed, and the assistants are at once helpful and courteous. Spread across two floors, the store makes for some immensely immersive shopping. The clothes themselves are vibrant and surreal. Bright colors, chic designs and a variety of material make every new piece a delight to behold. From the house of some pretty eminent designers, notably Shanta Dagha and Karuna Deora, these clothes are guaranteed to be the latest fashions around. The prices too are pretty reasonable, with saris for around Rs. 450 and ghagras starting around Rs. 6,000. The one item worth special mention are the silk saris with immense and intricate patterns, all hand-woven.

There comes a time in every girl's life when she craves for jewelry, as much as she can handle of it. To take care of just such an eventuality, these saris have more precious stones on them than De Beers could afford to dream of. But ah! With prices starting at Rs. 40,000 and going all the way upto Rs. 1.5 lacs, these aren't for everyone.